2.3 Special Hazards
2.3.1 Risk of fire
WARNING
Risk of injury
Failure to heed this warning may result in a fire caused by various external factors. To pre-
vent a fire, take the following precautionary measures.
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Use only flame-retardant mattresses and bedding if possible.
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Inform residents that smoking is not allowed in bed.
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Use only suitable mattresses that comply with the German standard DIN 13014 and are
not too soft. Furthermore, these mattresses must resist ignition in accordance with DIN
EN 597-1 and -2.
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Only use additional devices (e.g. electric blankets) and other electrical devices (e.g.
lamps, radios) that are in perfect working order and ensure that their connection cables
cannot be damaged by moving parts of the bed.
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Ensure that this equipment is used only for the purpose intended.
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Ensure that this equipment is not inadvertently placed on or under the bedding (danger of
overheating)! Use only LED bulbs, as far as possible, since these generate far less heat
than conventional or halogen light bulbs.
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Avoid using extension cables or multiple socket bars under the bed (risk of fire due to
penetrating fluids).
Safety Information
Part B: Operator and Technical Personnel 7